Assistant Nurse Manager - MC/CHC - Mental Health Acute Unit B - County of Riverside
Riverside, CA 92501
About the Job
The Riverside University Health System, (RUHS), is currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Nurse Manager-MC/CHC for the Mental Health Acute Unit B. The essential job duties of this position includes, but are not limited to, the following :
- Support the Nurse Manager, Program Chief, Director, Manager, and his/her assistants in planning, coordinating, and supervising the work of nursing personnel for multiple nursing units, programs, or departments.
- Act as Nurse Manager or program management during absences, or as directed.
- Evaluate or assist in evaluating the performance of subordinate personnel.
- Assist in the scheduling of personnel and approving time cards.
- Assist in the coordination of in-service educational programs and staff meetings.
- Assist preceptors in developing unit orientation programs for new nurses or program staff.
- Assist in the development of policies and procedures, standards of care and practice, and in the monitoring of nursing care, in relation to those standards, to assure compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, and other regulatory standards such as those required by RUHS-MC, RUHS-PH, mental health or public health program grants.
- Advise staff on the interpretation and application of agency policies, laws, and regulations.
- Assist in preparing administrative records, reports, and correspondence related to budget and unit or program operations.
- Promote reliability in the acuity classification of patients and serve as a working charge nurse or supervisor, as needed to meet staffing requirements.
- Promote collaboration among other departments, units, programs, and physicians.
- Represent assigned unit(s) or programs in committee meetings.
- May address local groups on public health matters.
- A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
- At least three years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
- At least one year of experience as a Charge Nurse or experience in a lead capacity.
Required Certifications and Licenses
- A current and valid RN license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of California.
- A current and valid Basic Life Support, (BLS), certification, issued by the American Heart Association.
- Crisis Prevention Intervention certification.
Additional Pertinent Information
- Work Schedule: 80 hours per pay period, (6/12, plus an 8-hour shift)
To learn more about the department, please visit the RUHS website at ruhealth.org
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Examples of Essential Duties (may include but not limited to)
- Promote collaboration among other departments, units, programs, and physicians; represent assigned unit(s) or program(s) in committee meetings.
- Assist in candidate recruiting, training, promotion, and termination activities; monitor performance of nursing staff and provide feedback.
- Develop policies and procedures, standards of care and practice, and in the monitoring of nursing care, in relation to those standards, to assure compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII and other regulatory standards such as those required by RUHS-MC or CHC program grants; advise staff on the interpretation and application of agency policies, laws and regulations.
Assistant Nurse Manger (Unit Leader) Assignment
- Support the Clinical Director of Nursing Services I/II at RUHS-MC in planning, coordinating and supervising the work of nursing personnel for multiple nursing units and/or programs within those unit(s).
- Assist in the coordination of in-service educational programs and staff meetings; provide assistance to preceptors in developing unit orientation programs for new nurses or program staff.
- Prepare administrative records, reports and correspondence related to budget, unit or program operations.
- Promote reliability in the acuity classification of patients and serve as a working charge nurse or supervisor, as needed to meet staffing requirements.
Unit Educator Assignment
- Instruct organized in-service nursing courses to professional and para-professional nursing personnel.
- Conduct orientation programs for new nursing personnel; provide direct oversight and supervision over the nursing personnel in the new grad program; participate in the evaluation and revision of instruction and nursing practices.
- Perform direct nursing care services as needed.
- Educate and train staff to support evidence-based practices.
- Facilitate assignments that support learning for the orientee or nurse learner.
- Monitor clinical competences in real time during patient care events.
- Perform in-service and training on medical equipment in real time.
Unit Coordinator Assignment
- Responsible for coordinating clinical care for patients in a 24-hour setting.
- Perform direct nursing care services as needed.
- Monitor and ensure program and staff compliance to Joint Commission, state and federal standards and regulations, and RUHS policies regarding patient care.
- Provide oversight and support to charge nurse to ensure staffing needs/assignment are made according to workload, staff competency and scope of practice; delegate responsibilities within the scope of practice and validated competencies in order to meet the workload demands of the shift.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Successful completion of the education required to obtain a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse by the State of California. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing is preferred.
Experience:Three years as a registered nurse, which must have included one year of charge nurse or experience in a lead capacity.
Knowledge of:Application of the nursing process; full range of registered nurse duties and responsibilities; principles and methods of supervision and training; basic management skills; problem solving techniques.
Ability to:Plan, organize, supervise, and evaluate nursing services within specific unit(s); communicate effectively; positively manage change and conflict; interpret licensure and accreditation standards; analyze and draft department policies and procedures; apply productive problem-solving skills; write clear and concise reports; perform registered nurse responsibilities according to the State of California Nurse Practice Act; implement the nursing process.
Other Requirements
- License/Certificate: Must possess and maintain a current valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
- Possession and maintenance of a current valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate issued by the American Heart Association.
- A valid California Driver's License may be required.
Pre-Employment
- All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment.)
Probationary Period
- As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). If you are a qualified individual and need a reasonable accommodation to take this exam, contact the recruiter before taking the exam. For additional information and the accommodation form, visit the Disability Access Office web page at: http://dao.rc-hr.com
Veteran's Preference:
The County has a Veteran's Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy here .
Pre-EmploymentAll employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment).
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
What's Next?
Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants.Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of The Riverside University Health System may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received. The candidate pool generated from this posting may be used to fill other NP positions not specifically listed on this posting, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Application Period
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
For further information regarding this posting, please contact Jasmine Watts, ( jwatts@rivco.org ).
GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com . A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0< 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4< 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY - LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.